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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 21, 2025

5 min

What is positive age discrimination? Understanding the complex bias

While much attention is given to the negative side of ageism, bias can also manifest in surprisingly positive ways, rooted in assumptions and stereotypes. It is crucial to understand what is positive age discrimination to recognize its potential harms, even when intentions are well-meaning and good.

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Oct 20, 2025

4 min

What is an example of indirect discrimination?

According to the World Health Organization, roughly half of people globally are ageist towards older adults. Indirect discrimination, an often unintentional form of bias, occurs when a seemingly neutral policy or rule disproportionately disadvantages a particular group, including older adults, as part of its widespread application.

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